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The Christian race is demanding, grueling, and sometimes agonizing.  It takes a massive effort to finish strong. But many don't....

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Welcome to Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast. Topic: Called to finish the race - Virginia Prodan On this channel, you'll find weekly episodes that inspire and equip you to: - Strengthen your #Christian #faith and live with bold #courage - Defend #freedom and #values in an increasingly hostile culture - Learn powerful lessons from history—especially from life under socialism - Discover your God-given purpose and calling - Lead with conviction at home, in the church, and in society I am Virginia Prodan—an #international #humanrights #attorney, #keynote #speaker, #author of *Saving My Assassin*, and survivor of socialist Romania. I know firsthand the price of freedom, the power of faith, and the courage it takes to stand for truth in the face of opposition. Whether you're searching for encouragement, answers to cultural challenges, or practical steps to live boldly in your faith, this channel will equip you to stand strong. Stay Connected with Virginia Prodan

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There's a race each of us is called to run and believing you can finish is what determines if you will. Your faith will be challenged in moments of uncertainty and stretched in the unknown, but what if that's exactly where God meets you?In this episode, I'Wanna shares the importance of maintaining the same level of endurance from start to finish and learning how to celebrate not just the beginning, but the perseverance it takes to cross the finish line.

Just because Jesus' plan for our redemption was completed when He rose from the dead doesn't mean He's finished working in the earth. And like Him, we have Kingdom-assignments to complete. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses overcoming fear and opposition on our missions from God. He shares from the lives of Jesus and the apostles Paul and John to demonstrate that we will face challenges, but God is on our side, and He will prevail. Part of maturing spiritually is walking through difficulties, so we can trust that we face them for a reason. Let's be bold enough to accept God's invitations, to stand firm, and to run our races well. God is still moving! Let's move with Him. 

It's not always easy to live out our faith, but we want to run the race of life with determination to honor the Lord, just like Jesus did. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses preparing for inevitable hardships, striving to be overcomers, and following Jesus' lead on how to manage difficulties. Pastor Allen shares moments from Jesus' life and ministry to demonstrate that difficult situations or seasons can be a part of God's plan for our lives, but we don't have to be afraid or anxious. There's a spiritual war waging in the earth today, and developing a courageous faith can protect us from deception and enable us to victoriously finish the race God has set before us. We will face challenges, but God will help us overcome because He is faithful. 

Is it possible that difficulties in our lives aren't evidence God has abandoned us, but evidence of His invitations to accomplish His purposes in the earth? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses cultivating a faith that enables us to face hardships with courage. God will ask us to walk through difficult seasons and undertake difficult assignments, so we should anticipate that things will not always be easy. Pastor Allen teaches about the life and ministry of Apostle Paul, who faced imprisonments, beatings, storms, shipwrecks, and threats on his life all in the name of spreading the gospel—and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We, too, need to be prepared and have the imagination that God might lead us into hardship for His glory.

Get Grit: Finish the Race #RTTBROS #Nightlight"I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." — Philippians 3:14At the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, a marathon runner from Tanzania named John Stephen Akhwari fell hard on the pavement at the 19-kilometer mark. He dislocated his knee and badly injured his shoulder. The medical team wanted him to quit. The gold medal winner had crossed the finish line over an hour earlier. Most of the crowd had gone home. The stadium lights were dimming. Yet Akhwari rose from the pavement, wrapped his bleeding knee, and hobbled the remaining distance in sheer agony. When he finally entered that near-empty stadium, the few thousand people who remained gave him a standing ovation.A reporter asked him afterward, why didn't you just stop?He said, my country did not send me 5,000 miles to start a race. They sent me 5,000 miles to finish the race.Friend, I think that is the spirit God is calling out of every one of us. Paul knew exactly what it felt like to be that man. He had been beaten, shipwrecked, stoned, and run out of more cities than most of us have visited. And yet from a Roman prison, with scars on his body and chains on his wrists, he wrote these words: "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus."He wasn't pressing because the road was easy. He was pressing because the prize at the end was worth every painful step forward.So let me ask you something tonight. Are you running to finish, or have you quietly stopped somewhere along the track? God didn't save you just to get you started. He saved you to see you all the way home.Let's pray: Father, give us the grit to finish what You started in us. When we're tempted to quit, remind us of the prize. In Jesus' name, Amen.#Faith #Perseverance #ChristianLiving #DailyDevotion #FinishTheRace #TrustGod #RTTBROS #NightlightBe sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbros

What if the very thing you've begged God to remove is the tool He's using to bless you? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explores the mystery of Paul's “thorn in the flesh”—a lingering burden Paul pleaded with God to take away (2 Corinthians 12:7–9). While Paul could confidently say he counted everything as loss compared to knowing Christ (Philippians 3:8), he still carried a private pain God chose not to remove. Why? Dr. Youssef explains that God's grace shines brightest through weakness—not self-sufficiency. Paul recognized his thorn kept him humble, dependent, and focused, making his life and message authentic under scrutiny. Even more, Paul's obedience remained unconditional. Knowing suffering awaited him, he still pressed forward to fulfill God's call, declaring his single aim: to finish the race and testify to the Gospel of grace (Acts 20:24). This devotional will encourage you to: stop interpreting weakness as disqualification, view your “thorn” through the lens of God's purpose and grace, and trust that God uses physical and emotional pressures to draw you nearer and prepare you for His work. This episode closes with a short prayer. Today's MY Devotional has been provided by Leading The Way. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

How do you finish the Christian life well? In 2 Timothy 4:1–8, Paul writes his final words before his death and urges believers to live faithfully in light of Christ's return. Christians are called to live with the awareness that Christ is the judge, to receive God's truth even when it is difficult, to remain faithful through hardship, and to persevere until the end. The goal of the Christian life is not simply to start strong but to finish well. The post 2 Timothy 4:1-8 – Finish the Race Faithfully appeared first on Island Pond Baptist Church.

Today we are closing out our series, It's How You Finish, with a timely message from one of our elders, Tyler McDonald. Join us as Tyler teaches us through Paul's charge to Timothy how to finish our race well and pass the baton to the next generation. 

Series: N/AService: Sunday 11:00 a.m.Type: SermonSpeaker: Lee Moore

Following Jesus is not for the faint of heart. Paul compares it to fighting a fight and a running race. He tells Timothy he will need to be sober-minded, endure suffering, and work hard. This difficult calling is not just for apostles and preachers, but every follower of Jesus. That said, Paul also makes it […]

"The Discipline to Finish the Race" - Acts 20:17-38 - Pastor Heiden Ratner

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How to Fight the Good Fight, Finish the Race, and Keep the Faith by Fr. Michael Denk

Join Pastor Brian from Alliance Church as he wraps up an inspiring series on faith with a powerful message from Hebrews 11-12. Discover how humility grows your trust in God, why God's commendation fuels perseverance (not your performance), and the importance of surrounding yourself with faithful witnesses while fixing your eyes on Jesus—the pioneer and perfecter of faith. Drawing from heroes like Abraham, Moses, and Noah, this sermon explores enduring through trials, throwing off sin, and meditating on God's promises instead of worry.Whether you're starting your faith journey or seeking encouragement to finish strong, this talk reminds us that faith isn't about perfection but trusting God's plan. Filmed live on November 23, 2025.

Finish the Race – The Task We've Received Part 2 Title: Finish the Race, Complete the Task Acts 20:22–24
 Last week, we studied Paul's ministry in Ephesus—his manner, his message, and his humility. We learned what it means to serve the Lord with tears and truth, unshaken by trial. Today, we turn from Paul's past example to his present mission—from how he served to why he stayed unmoved.

Chayeh SarahGenesis 23:1 - 25:18Finish the RaceStay ConnectedLinktree: https://linktr.ee/jacobstentWebsite: https://jacobstent.org/Facebook: @jacobstentfellowshipInstagram: @jacobstentDownload Our App: https://jacobstent.org/appGiving: https://jacobstent.org/giveEmail Signup: http://eepurl.com/g-YpcDJoin us for our Shabbat service with Bill Cloud and the Jacob's Tent Family!If you are enjoying this live stream, PLEASE consider sending in an offering, tithe, or donation to help us continue spread the gospel free from Jacob's Tent. We work hard to make sure this is an enjoyable experience to our online community, but it doesn't come without a price.Give online via the Jacobs Tent app, our website, or text any amount to 84321 to support this ministry. Yahweh bless you and keep you! Shalom.

Finish the Race – The Task We've Received Part 1 Title: None of These Things Move Me Acts 20:17–21 The Power of an Unmoved Life Open your Bible to Acts 20:17–21. Paul is standing on the shore of Miletus, about forty miles from Ephesus. He has summoned the elders of the Ephesian church—men he trained, prayed with, and wept beside. The Apostle knows he will see them no more. This is not casual conversation; this is a farewell charge. From the height of revival in Acts 19 to the road of suffering that lies ahead in Acts 21, Paul pauses to remind them—and us—what it means to stay unmoved in a shaking world. Bring a friend. Bring your Bible. Be ready.

Dr. Jonny continues his Pushback Top Ten List as he winds down Pushback and transitions into further cultural platforms. Join him as he reviews his most memorable, impactful and culturally relevant episodes!

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Pro cyclist Dylan Johnson & Choose the Hard Way creator Andrew Vontz on why you should always finish the races you start. Choose the Hard Way is the show about how hard things build stronger humans who have more fun. This conversation explores why Dylan Johnson walked two hours in road bike shoes on gravel to get to the finish line in the Big Sugar classic, the final race in the 2025 Life Time Grand Prix. Choose the Hard Way has big plans for 2026. We need your help to make it happen. Please help me double the Choose the Hard Way community in the next three months. Share this episode with a friend, subscribe and take a moment to hit five stars and like this wherever you listen or watch. I share my reflections on every episode on my Substack, and the number one thing you can do to help me bring you more of these conversations is to become a paid subscriber. Find my Substack at alwaysthehardway.substack.com and you can always find the link in my bio @hardwaypod on Instagram and in the show notes. The media landscape has changed. Scripted is out. Real is in. Being a great podcast guest or host isn't optional. It's now a mission-critical skill for senior leaders. That's why I started my consultancy, One Real Voice, to help you thrive on podcasts, panels and the high-stakes, open-ended conversations where reputations are built and business is won. When you're ready to be great, DM @hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com. Crypto curious? With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today, no experience required. Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at laufcycles.com. LINKS Substack: alwaysthehardway.substack.com One Real Voice – narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts & high-stakes conversations: onerealvoice.com Instagram: instagram.com/hardwaypod LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz Follow Dylan: instagram.com/dylanjawnson

The Apostle Paul urges Timoty and all believers to finish the race strong!

Finish the Race - 2Timothy 4:1-8, Samuel Yang by CGS Media

This week, Sandy finishes with week 21 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 20 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 19 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 18 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 17 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 16 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 15 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 14 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 13 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 12 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 11 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 10 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

We learn in Colossians 2:8 that we can finish the race of the Christian life if we look to Christ, not being deceived, diverted or deluded by false teachings.

This week, Sandy continues with week 9 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

This week, Sandy continues with week 8 of a 21 week series entitled, "Finish the Race." This series will target the Christian life and how we are supposed to live as followers of Jesus.

06.04.2025 | Staying Strong in Stormy Times | Part 4: Finish the Race | Pastor Jeff Wickwire Pastor Jeff Wickwire emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the Christian faith, as demonstrated by the Apostle Paul's final words in his letter to Timothy. He reflects on the challenges of living in a godless world and the need for a steadfast commitment to maintaining holy habits, which foster spiritual growth. Pastor Wickwire highlights Paul's readiness to meet Jesus and his triumphant acknowledgment of having fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith, despite experiencing isolation and betrayal. The message encourages believers to endure hardships, remain focused on their spiritual assignments, and finish their race with grace, knowing that there are rewards for those who love His appearing.

06.04.2025 | Staying Strong in Stormy Times | Part 4: Finish the Race | Pastor Jeff Wickwire Pastor Jeff Wickwire emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the Christian faith, as demonstrated by the Apostle Paul's final words in his letter to Timothy. He reflects on the challenges of living in a godless world and the need for a steadfast commitment to maintaining holy habits, which foster spiritual growth. Pastor Wickwire highlights Paul's readiness to meet Jesus and his triumphant acknowledgment of having fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith, despite experiencing isolation and betrayal. The message encourages believers to endure hardships, remain focused on their spiritual assignments, and finish their race with grace, knowing that there are rewards for those who love His appearing.